Category: IBM
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BDPA™ and SC24—The International Conference for High-Performance Computing
ATLANTA, GA /BDPA Atlanta/ — Established in 1975 as Black Data Processing Associates, BDPA continues to promote technical career alignments within our industrial base through its series of outreach programs and digital workforce transformation initiatives. This week (17-22 NOV 24), BDPA executives and BDPA Members attended the International Conference for High-Performance Computing (HPC) as the…
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USPTO announces Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program in support of CHIPS for America Program
WASHINGTON—To encourage research, development, and innovation in semiconductor manufacturing, the Commerce Department’s U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is announcing a new Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program developed to support the CHIPS for America program. “The CHIPS and Science Act is a once-in-a generation opportunity to foster a new wave of American innovation, protect our national security, and preserve our…
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IBM Commits to Train 2 Million in Artificial Intelligence in Three Years, with a Focus on Underrepresented Communities
Learners will benefit from a new generative AI course roadmap and collaborations with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) worldwide. NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — To help close the global artificial intelligence (AI) skills gap, today IBM announced a commitment to train two million learners in AI by the end of 2026, with a focus on underrepresented communities.…
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CSR + HOPE = Serving a Greater Purpose
by Vanessa Davis, Octo Corporate Social Responsibility Manager WASHINGTON — It’s the time of year when we’re all yearning for feel-good stories, the kind of stories that spark joy and shine a light on hope for a bright future, stories that inspire us to act, to serve a greater purpose. This story illustrates how Octo…
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Earth Day Tech Summit to Highlight Data Science, Digital Transformation, and Climate Security
WASHINGTON—The seventh annual Earth Day Tech Summit, CyberEarth23, convenes Saturday, April 22, 2023. This year’s annual community STEM event is co-hosted by Octo Consulting Group (Octo), H.O.P.E. Project DC (HOPE), and BDPA-DC at Octo’s oLabs™ Innovation Center in Reston, VA. Select here to pre-register for CyberEarth23 or join local BDPA Chapters across the National Capital…
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IBM Teams With 20 Historically Black Colleges and Universities to Address Cybersecurity Talent Shortage
HBCUs will work with IBM to establish Cybersecurity Leadership Centers, giving students and faculty access to IBM training, software, and certifications at no cost. WASHINGTON—During the National HBCU Week Conference convened by the U.S. Department of Education and the White House, IBM announced its collaboration with 20 Historically Black College and Universities (HBCUs) to help them establish…
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Addressing the talent shortage with IBM SkillsBuild – Think 2022
IBM collaborates with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Specialisterne Foundation, and six Historically Black College & Universities to train underrepresented communities on technology ARMONK, N.Y., May 10, 2022 — IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced education initiatives with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Specialisterne Foundation, and six Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) to provide no-cost STEM job training to…
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Future of the Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure Cloud Contract
PENTAGON—Today, the Department of Defense (DoD) canceled the Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure (JEDI) Cloud solicitation and initiated contract termination procedures. The Department has determined that, due to evolving requirements, increased cloud conversancy, and industry advances, the JEDI Cloud contract no longer meets its needs. The Department continues to have unmet cloud capability gaps for enterprise-wide,…
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IBM To Establish New Cybersecurity Center For US Federal Clients
IBM Center for Government Cybersecurity to help agencies navigate current and future threats Convenes advisory group of former government officials for expanded expertise WASHINGTON—IBM today announced that it is creating the IBM Center for Government Cybersecurity, a collaborative environment focused on helping federal agencies address current and future cybersecurity threats. The center will facilitate events…
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The IBM-HBCU Quantum Center grows rapidly in size and scope
ARMONK, NY—When IBM launched the IBM-HBCU Quantum Center last September, our goal was to collaborate with historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in a way that would advance not only quantum information science, but also STEM-based opportunities for these traditionally underrepresented communities. We are proud to report that this initiative in the quantum computing field is off…